Individual Retirement Accounts (IRA)

Start building your retirement earnings today! Our IRA accounts offer a range of benefits and tax advantages to help you build a strong financial foundation for your golden years.

  • Tax advantages
  • Investment options
  • Estate planning
  • Competitive rates
  • Knowledgeable guidance
  • Consolidation Services

CTCU offers two types of IRAs for you to choose from.

A traditional IRA is a way to save for retirement that gives you tax advantages.

  • Contributions you make to a traditional IRA may be fully or partially deductible, depending on your circumstances.
  • Generally, amounts in your traditional IRA (including earnings and gains) are not taxed until distributed.
Source https://www.irs.gov/retirement-plans/traditional-iras
IRA Type

Traditional IRA

Under 50 Contribution Maximum$6,000
Over 50 Contribution Maximum$7,000
Exceed CompensationNO
APY*1.00%
RestrictionsReduces contributions that can be made to Roth IRAs
IRA Type

Roth IRA

Under 50 Contribution Maximum$6,000
Over 50 Contribution Maximum$7,000
Exceed CompensationNO
APY*1.00%
RestrictionsReduces contributions that can be made to Traditional IRAs
Rates effective as of November 5, 2018. Rate subject to change at any time. Minimum deposit of $20.00 required to open an IRA. Dividends are compounded quarterly. Minimum balance of $1,000 is required to earn dividends. *APY = Annual Percentage Yield. **1.00% Dividend Rate

IRA Term Share Certificates

IRA Certificates are available for Members with Individual Retirement Accounts. IRA Certificates give you added flexibility within your IRA.

*See current rates and full disclosures.

How to Easily Move an IRA Account from one Institution to a CTCU IRA Account

Our dedicated team is ready to assist you in getting started and setting you on the path to a secure retirement. Needing to close an IRA elsewhere? Follow these step-by-step instructions for a smooth transition:

Step 1: Open a CTCU IRA account.

Apply online, visit us at one of our branches, or call 903-561-2603.

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We will then request the funds from your current financial institution to fund your new IRA. If you would rather handle the process on your own, you will need to notify your current financial institution and choose a rollover method. Information you may need to provide them includes:

Keep track of the rollover process and follow up with both the current and receiving banks to ensure the transfer is completed smoothly. Retain copies of all documentation and confirmation statements for your records.

Once your check or wire transfer is deposited and automatic payments have posted to your new CTCU account, you can close your former account.

Still have questions about planning for you future?

We can help! Give us a call at 903-561-2603 or 1-877-662-2828.

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